by Kelly A Bertenshaw, MA CCC SLP ECDCS
<p>When a loved one is diagnosed with Memory Loss or Dementia, family members can feel completely unprepared and overwhelmed. After all, no one hands you a guidebook explaining what it all means and what to expect. On top of that, you're now trying to juggle managing your loved one's increasing need for care while also tending to your own family, career and life. It can truly feel like a balancing act.</p><p>I'm Kelly Bertenshaw, a licensed Speech Language Pathologist and certified Dementia Care Specialist. I have worked with those affected by memory loss and their families for more than 20 years. I started this podcast to help you, the family members, as you navigate this journey. Your questions, comments and experiences will drive all our content.</p><p>My goal each week is to provide you with proven strategies, relevant information and research, as well as actionable steps you can take today .</p><p>Together, we'll find the answers. Because no one should walk this journey alone.</p><p><strong>RSSVERIFY</strong></p><p></p>
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April 16, 2025
<p><strong>Enjoy this Encore sharing of our most listened-too episode!</strong></p><p>Family members may frequently find themselves locking horns with a loved one affected by cognitive decline. Arguments arise from even the simplest of things. Our loved one seems unable to see reason or another way of doing things. We offer listeners a way to understand what is happening, why it is happening, and how they can lower a loved one’s temperature, as well as your own.</p><p></p><p>For more about today's topic, check these out:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/anosognosia">https://www.healthline.com/health/anosognosia</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.alzsd.org/anosognosia/#:~:text=When%20we%20experience%20denial%2C%20our,when%20told%20over%20and%20over">https://www.alzsd.org/anosognosia/#:~:text=When%20we%20experience%20denial%2C%20our,when%20told%20over%20and%20over</a>.</p><p></p><p></p><p>The information shared in this podcast is for EDUCATIONAL AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES only, and should not be considered a substitute for medical advice. By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Kelly A. Bertenshaw, any guests or contributors to the podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of A Balancing Act: Helping Families Navigate Memory Loss be responsible for damages arising from the use of this podcast</p>
April 2, 2025
<p>Hallucinations can often be terrifying, eliciting strong feelings of fear. For individuals experiencing them, these perceptions feel extremely real. Not only can hallucinations be distressing for the person affected, but they can also impact those who care for them. Understanding how to respond can help make a hallucinatory episode less overwhelming for both you and your loved one.</p><p></p><p>Our Facebook Page:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573800764103">https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573800764103</a></p><p></p><p>Our You Tube Channel:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@ABalancingActNavigatingMem-d9h">https://www.youtube.com/@ABalancingActNavigatingMem-d9h</a></p><p></p><p>Resources:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.verywellhealth.com/responding-to-and-treating-hallucinations-in-dementia-98567">https://www.verywellhealth.com/responding-to-and-treating-hallucinations-in-dementia-98567</a></p><p></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.dementiauk.org/news/coping-with-hallucinations-in-a-person-with-dementia/">https://www.dementiauk.org/news/coping-with-hallucinations-in-a-person-with-dementia/</a></p><p></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.alz.org/help-support/caregiving/stages-behaviors/hallucinations">https://www.alz.org/help-support/caregiving/stages-behaviors/hallucinations</a></p><p></p><p></p><p>The information shared in this podcast is for EDUCATIONAL AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES only, and should not be considered a substitute for medical advice. By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Kelly A. Bertenshaw, any guests or contributors to the podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of A Balancing Act: Helping Families Navigate Memory Loss be responsible for damages arising from the use of this podcast.</p>
March 19, 2025
<p>Deciding when to transition a loved one into an assisted living facility is a deeply personal choice that demands thoughtful reflection. By identifying the signs, assembling a team of supportive professionals, and beginning your preparations now, you can make certain that your loved one receives the care and assistance they deserve.</p><p></p><p>Our Facebook Page:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573800764103">https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573800764103</a></p><p></p><p>Our YouTube Channel:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@ABalancingActNavigatingMem-d9h">https://www.youtube.com/@ABalancingActNavigatingMem-d9h</a></p><p></p><p>Resources:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://seniorservicesofamerica.com/blog/how-to-move-a-parent-to-assisted-living/">https://seniorservicesofamerica.com/blog/how-to-move-a-parent-to-assisted-living/</a></p><p></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.aplaceformom.com/caregiver-resources/articles/signs-its-time-for-assisted-living">https://www.aplaceformom.com/caregiver-resources/articles/signs-its-time-for-assisted-living</a></p><p></p><p>The information shared in this podcast is for EDUCATIONAL AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES only, and should not be considered a substitute for medical advice. By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Kelly A. Bertenshaw, any guests or contributors to the podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of A Balancing Act: Helping Families Navigate Memory Loss be responsible for damages arising from the use of this podcast.</p>
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